First United Protestant Church of Hilo

Celebrating over 150 years in ministry

Organ Restoration Project

Our pipe organ is currently going through a restoration project. In April of 2019 our church council approved a project that would retain the current console shell with a new digital operating system, state of the art mechanisms, new pipe work within two console chambers, and will address repair and maintenance issues that have occurred over time due to age.

The project is being headed by Michael Springer, our organist, and Jim Gruber, an organ specialist from Maui. The total cost of the restoration project is not to exceed $105,000.00. The church did receive an Atherton Grant of $10,000.00 to put toward the restoration project, but is looking to raise funds from donors to support this initiative.

Our church is used throughout the year for concerts and recitals, and the organ restoration project ensures the long legacy of the church's commitment to music and the arts will continue for decades to come. If you would like to make a donation support the restoration project you can do so by clicking on our PayPal button and selecting "Organ Restoration" from the dropdown box.